Vatican: Museums, Sistine Chapel with Access to the Basilica

About this activity

  • duration-alt_14246718 Duration

    3 hours
  • money-transfer-coin-arrow_15355109 Free cancellation

    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
  • guide_13794414 Live tour guide

    English
  • calendar-salary_14227546 Reserve now & pay later

    Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
  • portal-enter_10462703 Skip the line through a separate entrance

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Highlights

  • Discover the treasures of the Vatican Museums with a professional Guide
  • Admire the Michelangelo's famous works in the Sistine Chapel
  • Explore St. Peter’s Basilica or the stunning Raphael Rooms!
  • Skip all the Lines and get inside the Vatican

Your experience

Marvel at Vatican City in a private guided tour led by an art historian.

Skip the ticket line — jump right into such a world of artistic and spiritual splendor.

Begin your visit at the Vatican Museums, invaluable collections of works created by the greatest European artists.

An accomplished guide will lead you through a carefully planned itinerary revealing not only the most important artworks but also some hidden gems.

Then take in the wonderful Sistine Chapel, wherein both the famous ceiling and the *Last Judgment* fresco most probably will inspire a feeling of awe.

In the end, explore the interesting Raphael Rooms which is Vatican City's jewel boxed with beautiful frescoes.

Entrance to St.

Peter's Basilica, the heart of Christianity and also where an introduction to St.

Peter's Basilica shall be made by our guide for you to discover this place on your own.

Begin your great journey by meeting your guide at the place where you are supposed to meet and let history and art come alive before you.

What's Included
  • Skip-the-line entry
  • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel guided tour
  • St. Peter's Basilica or Rafael Rooms
  • All tickets and fees
  • If St. Peter's Basilica is closed, the Raphael Rooms will be visited instead
What's Excluded
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Gratuities
  • Dome

Itinerary

Starting location:

Viale Vaticano, 100

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Vatican City

Guided tour (3 hours)

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Gallery of Tapestries

Guided tour (20 minutes)

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Gallery of Maps, Vatican Museums

Guided tour (20 minutes)

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Vatican Museums

Guided tour (40 minutes)

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Sistine Chapel

Guided tour (30 minutes)

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St. Peter's Basilica

Guided tour (45 minutes)

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Raphael Rooms

Guided tour (45 minutes)

Arrive back at:

Viale Vaticano, 100

Meeting Point

To Remember

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Passport or ID card for children
  • Passport or ID card, copy accepted
  • ID card, copy accepted

Not allowed

  • Shorts
  • Baby strollers
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts
  • Non-folding wheelchairs
  • Non-folding strollers
  • Electric wheelchairs

Know before you go

  • Physical or electronic copies of your ID will be accepted.
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No Short shorts or sleeveless tops allowed.
  • Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may be refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
  • The tour is not wheelchair accessibile and no wheelchair are allowed even foldable ones.
  • St. Peter's Basilica may be closed last minute for private services.
  • If St. Peter’s Basilica is closed, don’t worry! Your guide will lead you through the breathtaking Raphael Rooms, ensuring an unforgettable experience.
  • Large Group tours are made up of max 20 visitors.
  • Small Group tours are made up of Max 12 visitors.
Not Suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users